Unit Secretary - Emergency Room

Hartford HealthCare - Bridgeport, CT

Part-time - Entry Level

Bridgeport, CT

1,001-5,000 employees

Hospitals

About the position

The Unit Secretary in the Emergency Room plays a crucial role in supporting the clinical team by performing administrative and clerical duties. This part-time position requires working every other weekend and holiday, ensuring smooth operations within the unit and facilitating patient care through effective communication and organization.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative and clerical duties in support of the assigned clinical area.
• Greet patients and visitors, and answer/screen/route telephone calls.
• File, distribute mail, and perform other general clerical duties.
• Communicate with patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare team members about patient care according to protocol.
• Type various reports and documents for unit staff.
• Assist with processing patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Assemble and maintain patient charts.
• Carry out unit-specific clerical functions including time keeping and recording meeting minutes.
• Obtain necessary items to facilitate patient care.
• Assist with all aspects of patient throughput.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years of previous secretarial/clerical experience required.
• PC skills and knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while balancing multiple priorities required.
• Excellent communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous Healthcare or Medical Secretary Experience preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.
• Opportunities for career development and growth.